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About My Family

We're a mom, dad and beautiful baby boy living in Chicago and loving our new family.

What are your children's names and birth dates?

Eli - 4 and 1/2 months

Are you considering having more?

yes

How would you describe your parenting philosophy?

Laid back with a focus on his wants/needs before our conveniences.

What's your favorite parenting book (if any)?

The Baby Book (Sears)

What are your family’s favorite books and toys?

We love the Boynton books and Sophie la Girafe is probably the favorite toy at the moment.

What are your family’s favorite TV shows or movies?

Eli doesn't watch tv, but we're currently on season 4 of The Wire (once the kiddo goes to sleep).

What are your family's favorite foods?

Thai, cheeseless pizza. My husband loves hot dogs (see Eli's Halloween costume).

What are your family's favorite places to hang out?

In our condo, the park, the bathtub.

What one adjective would you choose to describe your household?

happy

What do you see your kids doing when they grow up?

being a kind, well-rounded person

Describe your most humbling parenting moment.

Having the mean clerk at Walgreen's give me the stink-eye when Eli was crying in the store at 3 weeks old. It was my first experience with someone who didn't just love my baby regardless.